PSG Clash with Monaco: Bold Predictions, Key Lineups, and What to Expect
Following their narrow escape from an early challenge in Monaco last week, Champions League title holders Paris Saint-Germain are looking to secure their passage to the round of 16 on Wednesday evening.
The inaugural European clash between these two Ligue 1 competitors certainly lived up to expectations, as Monaco, powered by Folarin Balogun's double strike, surged to a 2–0 advantage and put PSG under pressure.
Nevertheless, a brilliant performance from substitute Désiré Doué helped the Parisians regain control in the opening leg. A 3–2 triumph for the visiting team gives them an advantage to defend in the second leg, though Luis Enrique has declared his squad's intention to secure victory on Wednesday.
If they finish the task at their home ground, the current champions will meet either Barcelona or Chelsea in the following round.
Meanwhile, Monaco will draw confidence from their comeback win against league-topping Lens on Saturday, with their 3–2 success ensuring PSG concluded the week atop the French first division. Enrique's squad cruised to a comfortable 3–0 victory over struggling Metz.
What Time Does PSG vs. Monaco Kick-Off?
What Time Does PSG vs. Monaco Kick-Off?
PSG vs. Monaco Head-to-Head Record (Last Five Games)
PSG vs. Monaco Head-to-Head Record (Last Five Games)
Current Form (All Competitions, Last Five Games)
Current Form (All Competitions, Last Five Games)
PSG (WWLWW) | Monaco (WLWDL) |
|---|---|
PSG 3–0 Metz | Lens 2–3 Monaco |
Monaco 2–3 PSG | Monaco 2–3 PSG |
Rennes 3–1 PSG | Monaco 3–1 Nantes |
PSG 5–0 Marseille | Nice 0–0 Monaco |
Strasbourg 1–2 PSG | Strasbourg 3–1 Monaco |
How to Watch PSG vs. Monaco on TV
How to Watch PSG vs. Monaco on TV
Country | TV Channel/Live Stream |
|---|---|
United Kingdom | TNT Sports 2, discovery+, discovery+ App |
United States | Paramount+, DAZN USA |
Canada | DAZN Canada, fuboTV Canada |
Mexico | FOX One |
PSG Team News
PSG Team News
Ousmane Dembélé's injury ironically shifted the first leg in PSG's direction, as his substitute, Doué, dominated the match. Dembélé remains unavailable for the return encounter, meaning Gonçalo Ramos may keep his starting position.
Each member of PSG's attacking trio found the net in the weekend victory over Metz, including Ramos. However, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia might replace Bradley Barcola on the left wing.
The home side will also be missing Fabián Ruiz with a knee problem, plus Senny Mayulu due to a calf concern.
Vitinha, João Neves, Marquinhos, Willian Pacho and Nuno Mendes are all expected to return, having been rested for the Metz encounter.
PSG Predicted Lineup vs. Monaco
PSG Predicted Lineup vs. Monaco
PSG predicted lineup vs. Monaco (4-3-3): Safonov; Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Mendes; Vitinha, Neves, Zaïre-Emery; Doué, Ramos, Kvaratskhelia.
Monaco Team News
Monaco Team News
Aleksandr Golovin's red card was another pivotal moment in an eventful first leg, and Monaco's creative midfielder will be absent for Wednesday's fixture due to suspension.
Golovin joins several other players that Pocognoli cannot select for the Paris trip. Eric Dier, Lukas Hradecky, Mohammed Salisu, Paul Pogba and Takumi Minamino are all sidelined with injuries.
Christian Mawissa and Krépin Diatta remain questionable for the away team, though Ansu Fati has recovered from injury. The ex-Barcelona talent sparked Monaco's remarkable turnaround as a substitute at Lens on Saturday night.
Creative midfielder Maghnes Akliouche has overcome a hip problem to join the traveling party.
Monaco Predicted Lineup vs. PSG
Monaco Predicted Lineup vs. PSG
Monaco predicted lineup vs. PSG (4-2-3-1): Köhn; Vanderson, Teze, Kehrer, Henrique; Zakaria, Camara; Akliouche, Fati, Adingra; Balogun.
PSG vs. Monaco Score Prediction
PSG vs. Monaco Score Prediction
PSG failed to close out the tie despite Monaco playing with ten men last week, yet the visitors remain heavy outsiders heading into the second leg. Monaco have triumphed in only one of their last 10 trips to the Parc des Princes.
Although the hosts haven't discovered their dominant rhythm and have suffered from defensive errors, a commanding display could be imminent.
Enrique's team will seek a convincing victory on Wednesday, which might benefit Monaco given their counter-attacking abilities, but we anticipate the hosts will face minimal difficulty in their bid to progress.